Lot 222
  • 222

Livius, Titus

Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description

  • Historiarum ab urbe condita libri, quae exstant, XXXV. Cum universae historiae epitomis, a Carlo Sigonio emendati (Scholia...). Venice: Paolo Manuzio, 1555
  • Paper
2 parts in one volume, folio (347 x 243mm.), woodcut Aldine device on each title-page, woodcut initials, a page of contemporary manuscript notes at end, later vellum, calf lettering-piece, a few deckle edges, light staining to foredge, oo7 torn in text without loss, later lettering-piece chipped, small tears on spine

Provenance

William O'Brien, bequest booklabel dated 1899; library stamp on title-page

Literature

Censimento 16 CNCE 27997; Renouard 166/15; Texas 377; UCLA 477

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."